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Old Aug 15, 2005 | 10:39 AM
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Do I need to use a regular wax first (NXT or something) and then use the Z2 or is the Z2 a protecant on it's own? My car is black so I'm looking for the best shine I can get.
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From what I've read, you are NOT to use regular wax along with the Zaino process.
Zaino is a polish that is suppose to be 'layered'.
Wash with Dawn to remove old wax.
Claybar.
Wash.
Z5, Z6, Z5, Z6, Z5, Z6, Z2, Z6, Z5, Z6, Z2, Z6, ... (Z2 & Z5 w/ ZXF to reduce cure time.)
Use the detailer spray, Z6, between coats of Z5 for darker color cars, Z2 for lighter colored cars, or for finishing on darker cars.

I need to try the new Z-PC to see if helps eliminate spider-webbing effect. I've used the 3M Swirl Mark Remover in the past & it's gotten better. But still not perfect.

More info to follow from other users I hope, ..., but that's my process above, ...
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Damn I can't do all that, all I have is the Z2 and ZFX I was gonna dawn it, clay it then use the Z2 anf ZFX, this wouldn't work?
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Old Aug 15, 2005 | 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by LoudmouthLT1
I was gonna dawn it, clay it then use the Z2 anf ZFX
That's exactly right.

Z2 Pro is a sealant, so it will protect very well by itself.
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Old Aug 15, 2005 | 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
That's exactly right.

Z2 Pro is a sealant, so it will protect very well by itself.
Whew! I was gonna be mad if I bought this for nothing cause I didn't want to buy another 5 things Thanks for the info, I'll end up doing this wednesday I think then I'll see if I can get some pics up. (not like everyone hasn't seen a car that's been zainoed though)
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Old Aug 16, 2005 | 08:37 PM
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Originally Posted by LoudmouthLT1
Whew! I was gonna be mad if I bought this for nothing cause I didn't want to buy another 5 things Thanks for the info, I'll end up doing this wednesday I think then I'll see if I can get some pics up. (not like everyone hasn't seen a car that's been zainoed though)
You can never see enough pictures of black cars that have been Zainoed properly. Here are a few of my buddy's 97 TA that we did (wash, clay, wash, ZPC swirl remover, ZFX enabled Z2) Enjoy


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Damn that looks good. We'll see how mine comes out tomorrow.
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Yup, Dawn and then Z2 w/ZFX:

100% cotton for wipe off PLEASE...Pewter doesn't show very well!
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